For a wedding with 127 guests in the Outer Banks NC, the estimated total cost is around $33,862 - $41,386. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Outer Banks NC is approximately $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,862 - $41,386.
The average wedding cost in Outer Banks NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,862 - $41,386 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Buxton NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $192 - $234. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $205 - $251.
In Buxton NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,139 - $1,393. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,623 - $1,983 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,139 - $1,393 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Outer Banks NC is $478 - $584. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Outer Banks NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$478 - $584 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$478 - $584 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,378 - $1,684, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Outer Banks NC area is $955 - $1,167.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,378 - $1,684 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$955 - $1,167 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Outer Banks NC, you should budget approximately $14,611 - $17,857, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,611 - $17,857 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,585 - $3,159 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,019 - $6,135 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,185 - $6,337 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,822 - $2,226 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,527 - $3,089. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,527 - $3,089 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$447 - $547 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$604 - $738 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$424 - $518 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $622 - $760. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$156 - $190 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $656 - $802, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $395 - $483, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,917 - $4,787 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,866 - $3,502 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$656 - $802 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$385 - $471 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buxton NC spend between $2,808 - $3,432 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Outer Banks NC with 127 guests spend between $2,204 - $2,694 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,808 - $3,432 |
8.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $402 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,204 - $2,694 |
6.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Outer Banks NC is estimated to be $3,051 - $3,729. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,051 - $3,729 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,051 - $3,729 |
9.0% |